Samsung SL102 vs Sony S2100
96 Imaging
33 Features
21 Overall
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93 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Samsung SL102 vs Sony S2100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Also referred to as ES55
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Released January 2010

Samsung SL102 vs Sony S2100 Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Samsung SL102 versus Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SL102 (10MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SL102 was introduced 12 months earlier than the S2100 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SL102 scores versus the S2100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung SL102 vs Sony S2100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL102 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung SL102 Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Sony S2100
SL102 | S2100 |
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Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Samsung SL102
S2100 | SL102 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Samsung SL102 and Sony S2100
SL102 | S2100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Samsung SL102 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SL102 comes with physical measurements of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony S2100 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Samsung SL102 versus Sony S2100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SL102 versus the S2100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL102 and S2100 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Samsung SL102 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SL102 and S2100.
As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony S2100 to give more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged SL102 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung SL102 vs Sony S2100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung SL102 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
Samsung SL102 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung SL102 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
Also Known as | ES55 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 116 gr (0.26 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $130 | $0 |